Routine inspection·March 21, 2024

On 03/21/2024 at 12:00 PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Susan Brewer arrived at the facility to conduct an annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Licensee Miaohong Sun and granted entry to tour the facility inside and out. LPA reviewed records and observed and/or discussed the following: Present was the licensee and two other adult residents in the home. The licensee stated they speak Mandarin and is in need of interpretation. The licensee has changed the days and hours of operation as indicated below. LPA reached out to the licensee\342\200\231s assistant Evelyn Ding, who assisted with interpretation by phone for a total of 13 minutes. The licensee used an interpretation app on their phone as well. LPA reached out to the CDSS Focus Language International, Inc and received assistance by telephone through Interpreter, first name Melvin. Call ended at 3:17 PM. At 4:00 PM, a friend of the licensee, identified by First name Sufi, arrived at the facility to join the inspection and interpret at the request of the licensee. Ms. Sufi remained for the remainder of the inspection. During the inspection it was determined that 1 adult moved into the home in August 2022 and 2 other adults moved into the home on October 2022. All residents completed the fingerprint process however 1 adult is pending a criminal record clearance. The licensee agrees to update the LIC279 application form to include the adults living in the home. Normal days and hours of operation are Monday- Friday; 8:00 AM \342\200\223 8:00 PM OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: Garage, Laundry room, 2 nd Floor, Downstairs bedroom, side yard of house. The inspection consisted of reviews of the following domain: Physical Plant, Care and Supervision, Records, Facility Administration, Staffing Ratio and Capacity, Personal Rights. The inspection found the facility to be in compliance in these domains, except as noted on the LIC809D. \302\267 The facility is operating within the licensed capacity and appropriate ratios. LPA took a census of 7 children in care. \302\267 The Licensee is present in the home and has ensured that children in care are supervised. \302\267 When temporarily absent from the home, the Licensee shall arrange for a substitute adult to care for and supervise children. \302\267 A working telephone is present. \302\267 A fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC) was observed and tagged by the fire department and needle in the green. A smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were present and tested by the licensee and are in working order. \302\267 All hazardous items are inaccessible, this includes detergents, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to children. \302\267 Storage of poisons and toxins are inaccessible to children and are locked. \302\267 LPA observed the fireplace in the home to be screened. \302\267 No guns or weapons present as stated by the Licensee. Licensee understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 regulations. \302\267 Stairs are barricaded on 03/21/2024. \302\267 Home is clean and orderly, with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. \302\267 Clean, Safe and age-appropriate toys and equipment are present for both indoor and outdoor activities. \302\267 Outdoor play areas are fenced and/ or appropriate supervision is present. \302\267 Verification of control of property on file by rental agreement dated 06/05/2022. \302\267 Property owner/landlord notification and consent on file 06/09/2022. \302\267 Pediatric CPR and First Aid training on 07/12/2024; Card expires on 07/2024. \302\267 Health & Safety Certificate - completed on 01/02/2019. \302\267 Mandated reporter General; AB 1207 Child Care Expires: 07/02/2024 \302\267 Fire clearance: 07/27/2022 \302\267 Documentation of fire & earthquake drills to be conducted every six months: Last drill on 11/01/2023 9:40 AM Fire and Earthquake, 15 minutes. \302\267 There are no bodies of water, 03/21/2024. Licensee Miaohong Sun, understands all bodies of water including ponds, above ground pools & spas, in-ground pools & spas, and some fountains must be properly covered or fenced per Title 22 regulations. The Department must be notified before and after installation of the above types of bodies of water. In addition, all wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. \302\267 Children\342\200\231s files are NOT complete, where 3 of 7 children present did not have a file, 1 infant present did not have a sleep log, 1 child was missing the LIC627 medical consent. \302\267 Staff\342\200\231s files are NOT complete. Facility staff is missing the LIC9052 employee rights, the LIC9108 Statement acknowledging the responsibility to report child abuse. The licensee is currently operating at a small capacity and the assistant is not required at this time. Consultation was provided to the licensee regarding qualified assistants. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm The Licensee Miaohong Sun, was reminde d that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov for Riverside Regional Office. LPA Susan Brewer, discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Miaohong Sun and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee Miaohong Sun, of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/process . A deficiency was issued on today\342\200\231s date for a Type B violation. No civil penalties issued on today\342\200\231s date. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Miaohong Sun.